by Auriane Tang
Golden Impact is the podcast that deciphers what impact really is, when it comes to financing or growing businesses. Throughout the episodes, I have dug into the investment thesis and core motivations of impact fund managers, entrepreneurs and teachers. I hope that this podcast will give you insights and ideas on how to drive innovation and capital towards the achievement of environmental and social objectives by hearing about the “why”s and outcomes of people who have decided to act for good.
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June 3, 2024
<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelysehoffman/" target="_blank">Katie Hoffman</a>, a partner and member of the Investment Committee at <a href="http://regeneration.vc/" target="_blank">Regeneration.VC</a>, is a seasoned financial innovator, investor, and entrepreneur specializing in data-driven approaches to drive environmental impact across diverse asset classes.</p> <p><br></p> <p>For us, Katie reflects on how to transition to a regenerative paradigm and fight ecoanxiety with communities and action. She also shares on how to launch an impact investment fund (fundraising, companies impact assessment and support, exit routes) - with concrete examples and learnings from portfolio companies like <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepangaia/" target="_blank">Pangaia</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/naturecoatingsinc/" target="_blank">Nature Coatings</a> (on TIME's list of "America's Top GreenTech Companies of 2024"), <a href="https://colorifix.com/" target="_blank">Colorifix</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/cruz-foam/" target="_blank">Cruz Foam</a> (part of LVMH's Exclusive Startup Acceleration Program for Sustainable Innovation))</p> <p><br></p> <p>Timeline: 1:22 Regeneration.VC overview l 6:08: Katie’s background (including: 8:34 campaign on the University of California endowment's ESG standard, 11:50 early partner at fintech platform Etho Capital) l 17:31 defining "Regeneration" and "Impact" l 26:56 fighity eco anxiety l 33:27 transforming the consumer markets l 43:02 VC investing - impact assessment l 58:54 fundraising l 1:07:37 Leonardo DiCaprio backing Regeneration.VC l 1:12:00 understanding materials and textiles l 1:12:00 understanding materials and textiles l 1:18:55 women in business - do not self constraint (safety vs; fulfilment & impact) l 1:22:08 wrap-up</p> <p><br></p> <p>Glossary:</p> <ul> <li>Cal: University of California (UC) Berkeley; (Golden) Bears: UC Berkeley students/alumni</li> <li>CPGs: Consumer packaged goods</li> <li><a href="https://regeneration.vc/news/consumer-climatetech" target="_blank">Regenerative Evaluation Gauge</a> (REG) <a href="https://regeneration.vc/news/consumer-climatetech" target="_blank">https://regeneration.vc/news/consumer-climatetech</a></li> <li><a href="https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/chemicals/reach-regulation_en" target="_blank">EU REACH</a> (Regulation on the registration, evaluation, authorisation and restriction of chemicals) vs <a href="https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/about-proposition-65#:~:text=What%20is%20Proposition%2065%3F,defects%20or%20other%20reproductive%20harm." target="_blank">California Prop 65</a> (Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/15-16/bill/sen/sb_0151-0200/sb_185_cfa_20150528_124751_sen_comm.html" target="_blank">SB 185 bill</a> (2015, California): prohibits the boards of <a href="http://www.calpers.ca.gov/" target="_blank">CalPERS</a> and <a href="http://www.calstrs.com/" target="_blank">CalSTRS</a> from investments in thermal coal companies</li> <li><a href="https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/towards-the-circular-economy-vol-1-an-economic-and-business-rationale-for-an" target="_blank">Ellen Macarthur Foundation's report: "Towards the circular economy Vol. 1: an economic and business rationale for an accelerated transition"</a></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>With a background managing over $200 million in assets, including <a href="https://ethocapital.com/">Etho Capital</a>'s pioneering climate ETFs, she has shaped Environmental, Social, and Governance standards for various investors, including California public funds and the $40.4 trillion AUM Divest–Invest initiative. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Katie has led green incubator and accelerator programs, supporting 100+ projects and startups in finance, clean tech, and consumer sectors. She currently serves as a senior fellow at the <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-future-us/">Future.US</a> think tank, advises <a href="https://supercharge-america.com/">SuperCharge America</a>, and is a founding board member of the <a href="https://www.positiveclimate.org/">Climate+Positive Investing Alliance</a>. Katie holds degrees from the <a href="https://www.berkeley.edu/">University of California, Berkeley</a>, and is based in New York City. </p> <p><br></p> <p><em>Note: the podcast moderator and guest are speaking on their own behalf; views expressed in the episode do not represent those of any company or group.</em></p>
June 3, 2024
<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/roni-gamzon/" target="_blank">Roni GamZon</a> is the co-founder <a href="https://bio-fluff.com/" target="_blank">BioFluff</a>, the startup behind the first 100% plant-based and biodegradable fur (<a href="https://www.savian.bio/" target="_blank">Savian</a>) which starred among exhibitions of brands like <a href="https://www.stellamccartney.com/gb/en/savian-plant-based-plastic-free-animal-fur-alternative.html" target="_blank">StellaMcCartney</a> at COP28 and <a href="https://www.ganni.com/en-gb/ganni-future-talent-fabrics-activation.html" target="_blank">Ganni</a> at Copenhagen Fashion Week. </p> <p><br>In this episode, we will talk about Roni's entrepreneurial journey, fundraising, Gen Z segment and how to propel a sustainable change in the fashion industry.</p> <p><br>Timeline: 1:04 Roni’s introduction and introduction to <a href="https://bio-fluff.com/" target="_blank">BioFluff</a> l 3:42 defining "responsible fashion" l 6:42 positive impact: quote & vision l 13:26 understanding materials, impacts of animal and plastic fur, Biofluff's journey and future l 30:47 fundraising l 41:08 bringing value as a GenZ woman l 47:58 wrap-up & hope </p> <p><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ronigamzon/" target="_blank">Roni GamZon</a>; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/savian_official/" target="_blank">Savian</a> l LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/biofluff/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">BioFluff</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>"A lot of people think animal fur is natural - it is not, there are a lot of chemicals involved. Plastic is also a problem, not only because of some harmful production processes but also because fluffy materials shed, inducing microplastic pollution. This is why we created Savian, to create something completely natural but we can still enjoy furry and fluffy materials." </p> <p><br></p> <p><em>Note: the podcast moderator and guest are speaking on their own behalf; views expressed in the episode do not represent those of any company or group.</em></p>
June 3, 2024
<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-laborde-lagrave/overlay/about-this-profile/" target="_blank">Sophie Laborde-Lagrave</a> is the founder of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sassy_off/" target="_blank">@sassy_off</a>, a premium & luxury fashion consignment business. </p> <p><br></p> <p>We meet Sophie in her Parisian boutique to learn about her entrepreneurship journey after different sustainability experiences (e.g. <a href="http://www.hermes.com/" target="_blank">Hermès</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/plantedfoods/" target="_blank">vegan meet</a>), how to be more responsible fashion consumers, and choose the difference we want to make - always in a sassy and creative way.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Timeline: 1:03 Sophie's introduction & early activism l 6:12 launching <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sassy_off/" target="_blank">@sassy_off</a> l 07:39 impact - creating desire around positive alternatives l 13:21 second hand fashion impact - Vinted and minimalism l 17:57: Vestiaire Collective and what second hand can bring to luxury brands - l 22:20 sustainable consumer habits l 27:48 growing <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sassy_off/" target="_blank">@sassy_off</a> l 30:24: business vs. hobby: profitability & perceived value - what second hand can bring to luxury brands l 32:40 Wrap-up & hope</p> <p><br></p> <p>Glossary: </p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.media-kit.org/reparateurs-refashion/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Bonus Réparation</a> (in France): an amount deducted directly from the bill of consumers who go to a labelled repairer to have their product repaired</li> <li><a href="https://www.wedressfair.fr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">WeDressFair</a>: ethical fashion brands boutiques & online platform</li> <li><a href="https://www.vestiairecollective.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Vestiaire Collective</a> (Vestiaire): online platform for second-hand fashion, founded in 2009</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>"For luxury companies, it is very important to see the price and perceived value of their items on the second hand market. If, once an item is solved, the price decreases a lot, there is something wrong. On the other hand, one can sell one's Chanel bag at any point on the internet - it is an investment, one knows the price will not plummet. This is what we want for every piece of clothing: being second hand will not make it trashy, and it will still be a desirable item for many years."</p> <p><br></p> <p><em>Note: the podcast moderator and guest are speaking on their own behalf; views expressed in the episode do not represent those of any company or group.</em></p>
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Golden Impact is the podcast that deciphers what impact really is, when it comes to financing or growing businesses.
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